Green spaces in Milan for holidaymakers
The green spaces in Milan comprise both parks and open vegetation areas that bring a welcome piece of nature into the city. Apart from nature's own beauty, there are also fine buildings, monuments and sculptures of historical importance to be found within the grounds of the green spaces of Milan. The Forlanini Park has some picturesque heritage buildings within its premises, including the remains of a Siglo XIV church and a Siglo XVII farmhouse.
Vittorio Formentano Park is another place where you can get a sense of history through the Liberty Villa, which used to be part of the fruit and vegetable market in Milan in the early 1900s. There is also a monument dedicated to WWII soldiers. And tree lovers will find their due with beautiful specimens of elm, magnolia and maple decorating the grounds.
For a harmonious combination of scenic landscape and fabulous architecture, head out to the Park of Pope Giovanni Paolo, which stretches from the Byzantine Basilica of St Lawrence to the Romanesque Basilica of St Eustorgius.
If you want to see how beautifully artificial lakes can replace former quarries, go to to the Parco delle Cave. This park is also the favourite picnic spot for city dwellers looking for green spaces in Milan.
